AP accountant - English (PE-8556)

– The Accounts Payable Accountant will be responsible for:
– Perform the Accounts Payable work end-to-end connected to nominated country(s) and report it to Closing and Reporting Manager and dotted line to Accounts Payable Team Lead
– Responsible for one or more Accounts Payable country as accountant
– Reconciliations of Accounts Payable Subledger
– Active participation in Migration and report to Closing and Reporting Manager to ensure completeness and correctness of taken over tasks for Accounts Payable
– Flexibility in traveling during and after migration
– Report Accounts Payable process status of the nominated country(s) to the related Closing and Reporting Manager and Accounts Payable Team Lead
– Active participation in standardization and optimization of Accounts Payable processes
– Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
– Sort and distribute incoming invoices
– Process 3 way P.O. matching invoices
– Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
– Process check requests
– Audit and process credit card bills
– Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks and distribute checks accordingly
– Respond to all vendor inquiries
– Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
– Perform month-end closing tasks and reconciliation for Accounts Payable area
– Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
– Participation in Financial and other projects in name of SSC based upon request
– Prepare process documentation for Accounts Payable processes for the nominated country(s). Ensure that the documents are up-to-date
– Any ad hoc requests based upon need

Desired skills/requirements:

– 1+ years of Accounts Payable experience
– High school diploma required, college courses in accounting/ chartered accountant course is preferred
– Must have strong work ethics
– Must be well organized and a self-starter
– Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
– Proficient in Excel and Word
– Experience in SAP FI/CO or other ERP system
– Hands-on attitute
– Multinational environment experience is a plus
– Strong organizational and time management skills
– Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
– Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
– Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
– Intermediate level of English in spoken and written language

Advantage:

– Experience in SSC environment or in an international environment
– End-to-end understanding on Accounts Payable area and links to other financial areas
– Any other European language knowledge

What we offer:

– Gain a good understanding of the business end-to-end, taking part of an international company’s operation
– Contribute to the extension of the company
– Work in a young, dynamic team in a well-established, international company
– Competitive remuneration package
– The company can offer a modern working environment, continuous challenges and the opportunity to develop professionally by taking part in many international projects